Balsamic Chicken with Apple, Lentil and Spinach Salad

This dish is full of flavor (and heart-healthy fiber) thanks to the balanced combination of tart balsamic chicken and a lightly sweet and crunchy salad made with celery, green apple and lemon juice.

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Cal/Serv:
394

Yields:
4

Prep Time:
0
hours
15
mins

Total Time:
0
hours
25
mins

Ingredients

3
tbsp.
olive oil

boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Kosher salt and pepper

2
tbsp.
balsamic vinegar

2
scallions

1
green apple

1
stalk celery

2
tbsp.
fresh lemon juice

can lentils

2
c.
baby spinach

1/2
c.
fresh flat-leaf parsley

Directions

Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with ½ tsp each salt and pepper and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes per side. Remove from heat and add the vinegar. Turn the chicken to coat.

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